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DoT asks Bharti to stop 3G services in 7 circles

DoT asks Bharti to stop 3G services in 7 circles

Rediff.com16 Mar 2013

Telco moves Delhi High Court against order; Vodafone expected to get notice too

Why restaurants are dumping Swiggy, Zomato for others

Why restaurants are dumping Swiggy, Zomato for others

Rediff.com8 Sep 2022

"It went up to 20-odd per cent in 2019 and to 25 per cent a year later. "That's when we decided to pull the plug; it was not sustainable for our business," says Chadha. Madison & Pike, instead, turned to Mumbai-based start-up Thrive, which provides third-party delivery services to restaurants at a much lower commission - three to five per cent.

G20 meet transforms tiny U'khand village into tourist hub

G20 meet transforms tiny U'khand village into tourist hub

Rediff.com26 Jun 2023

Revamped at a cost of Rs 10 crore, Ouni village in Uttarakhand is being touted as a 'modern village' now. Nearly 40 solar street lights, two new transformers, and as many washrooms have been set up in the village, which didn't have street lights till a few months ago, reports Sarthak Choudhury.

PIX: DLS drama hands India win against Ireland in 1st T20I

PIX: DLS drama hands India win against Ireland in 1st T20I

Rediff.com18 Aug 2023

IMAGES from the first T20 International between India and Ireland at the Village Stadium in Malahide, Dublin on Friday.

Durga Pujo In Kolkata: Magical, Unforgettable

Durga Pujo In Kolkata: Magical, Unforgettable

Rediff.com23 Oct 2023

There's a lot more to the festival than just five days of celebration; that is something you can only experience when you live in Kolkata. And that's what every Bengali living outside the state misses, notes Chitrangada Datta Chaudhuri.

Recipe: Tangy Sevaiya Upma

Recipe: Tangy Sevaiya Upma

Rediff.com9 May 2023

Your mornings are made if you start them with this spiced vermicelli dish.

PIX: India's hopes dwindle as WI steal another thriller

PIX: India's hopes dwindle as WI steal another thriller

Rediff.com7 Aug 2023

Images from the 2nd T20I played between West Indies and India in Providence, Guyana on Sunday.

India's inflation is higher than other key developing economies

India's inflation is higher than other key developing economies

Rediff.com20 Jun 2023

India's prices are rising faster than many of its emerging market peers. The country's inflation print for May at 4.25 per cent is a marked reduction from the levels seen in May 2022 (7.04 per cent). However, even though the inflation rate remains within the Reserve Bank of India's medium-term target of 4 per cent, with a 2 per cent margin on either side, it continues to be higher than China, Russia, and Brazil.

These Models Don't Need A Ramp

These Models Don't Need A Ramp

Rediff.com28 Feb 2023

A glimpse of what the runway veterans have been up to.

DoT invites application for 2G spectrum auction starting Jan 23

DoT invites application for 2G spectrum auction starting Jan 23

Rediff.com13 Dec 2013

As per the initial proposal, DoT had sought 60 days time to start auction from the date cabinet decides on the spectrum base price and the NIA was to be issued after 15 days of the decision.

Freebies, pre-poll guarantees galore as BJP, Congress woo MP voters

Freebies, pre-poll guarantees galore as BJP, Congress woo MP voters

Rediff.com9 Oct 2023

A fierce competition among parties to offer freebies and guarantees, a scramble for tribal, OBC, women votes and a touch of Hindutva -- all have combined to make the Madhya Pradesh assembly polls a high-stakes battle with main rivals BJP and the Congress pulling out all the stops to gain power.

Manipur: Villagers seek deployment of more central forces

Manipur: Villagers seek deployment of more central forces

Rediff.com19 Jul 2023

Security forces have been diligently working to create buffer zones, such as the one established between Churachandpur and Bishnupur. However, this has proven insufficient to quell the unrest.

Nora's Palat Moment

Nora's Palat Moment

Rediff.com6 Sep 2022

Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 10 will go retro this week!

Idea, Verizon get DoT nod for NLD, ILD services

Idea, Verizon get DoT nod for NLD, ILD services

Rediff.com25 Oct 2007

Aditya Birla group company Idea Cellular and US-based wireless operator Verizon are all set to get the Letters of Intent for long distance services following clearance of their applications by the Department of Telecom (DoT). Official sources said the applications have been put forward for the Telecom Minister's approval. Idea is awaiting LoI for International Long Distance services while Verizon's application is for both National and International Long Distance services

Wear Green Like Deepika, Suhana

Wear Green Like Deepika, Suhana

Rediff.com14 Dec 2022

Celeb-inspired ways to strut the earth-friendly colour.

Seen Rihanna, Serena's Met Gala Surprise?

Seen Rihanna, Serena's Met Gala Surprise?

Rediff.com3 May 2023

The Met Gala was also the red carpet for a bunch of lovely-looking pregnant celebs who proudly showed off their baby bumps.

75 may not be too many, but there's a chance: Pujara

75 may not be too many, but there's a chance: Pujara

Rediff.com2 Mar 2023

Though India have just 75 to defend, Cheteshwar Pujara said there's still a chance for India deny Australia a win in the third Test.

Arjun Beats Last Over Pressure

Arjun Beats Last Over Pressure

Rediff.com19 Apr 2023

Despite a laboured run-up and a not so technically sound bowling action, Arjun stuck to the basics, bowled the right lengths, not allowing the batters freedom to take him on.

Telcos pay Rs 17,873 crore as first instalment of 5G spectrum dues

Telcos pay Rs 17,873 crore as first instalment of 5G spectrum dues

Rediff.com18 Aug 2022

The Department of Telecommunications (DOT) on Wednesday received over Rs 17,873 crore from companies towards 5G spectrum dues. Nearly half the amount (Rs 8312.4 crore) was paid by Bharti Airtel, which made advance payments for four years to free up cash for future investments. Reliance Jio and Vodafone Idea paid Rs 7,864 crore and Rs 1,680 crore, respectively.

Fresh DoT norms soon to screen new licenses: Raja

Fresh DoT norms soon to screen new licenses: Raja

Rediff.com24 Sep 2007

There are about 140 new proposals from various companies seeking universal access service licenses to provide services across the country, the world's fastest-growing telecom market.

SC notice to DoT, CBI and ED over alleged slow probe

SC notice to DoT, CBI and ED over alleged slow probe

Rediff.com6 Jan 2012

The Supreme Court on Thursday issued notices to DoT, CBI and the Enforcement Directorate on an application alleging laxity in the investigation in the 2G spectrum scam. The court asked them to reply to the allegations before January 20, when the case will be taken up for hearing.

Internet rates may go up as DoT is to levy fee

Internet rates may go up as DoT is to levy fee

Rediff.com30 Aug 2013

As per the initial version of the Unified Licence on August 2, DoT had exempted Internet services revenue from adjusted gross revenue -- part of telecom company's earnings on which annual licence fee is levied.

Will rule change compromise the dynamics of hockey?

Will rule change compromise the dynamics of hockey?

Rediff.com9 Aug 2023

FIH president Tayyab Ikram asserted that the dynamics of the sport would not be compromised at any cost when they try out the proposed penalty corner rule.

DoT seeks industry's views on document for VPTs

DoT seeks industry's views on document for VPTs

Rediff.com3 Jan 2003

The Department of Telecommunication has sought industry's views on the draft tender document for inviting bids for operation and maintenance of existing village public telephones.

Recipe: Delicious Creamy Pumpkin Soup

Recipe: Delicious Creamy Pumpkin Soup

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

The lowly kadu is promoted to an awesome pumpkin soup.

Another low-intensity blast near Golden Temple in 30 hours, one injured

Another low-intensity blast near Golden Temple in 30 hours, one injured

Rediff.com8 May 2023

One person was injured in a low-intensity explosion that took place on a heritage street near the Golden Temple in Amritsar on Monday morning, close to the spot where a blast was reported on May 6, the police said.

Turning Point: MI's poor start and finish with the bat

Turning Point: MI's poor start and finish with the bat

Rediff.com7 May 2023

It was another forgettable outing for Mumbai Indians against Chennai Super Kings this season as they suffered a six-wicket thrashing in Chennai on Saturday.

What Katrina, Tara, Jacqueline Love

What Katrina, Tara, Jacqueline Love

Rediff.com9 Jan 2023

B-Town's lovin' vinyl.

Kishan reveals secret strategy for MI to win against CSK

Kishan reveals secret strategy for MI to win against CSK

Rediff.com5 May 2023

Kishan emphasised on the need to have a positive mindset.

Can't force operators to have network on sea: DoT to Navy

Can't force operators to have network on sea: DoT to Navy

Rediff.com21 Oct 2012

The government cannot force mobile operators to go beyond their roll-out obligation and give phone coverage to fishermen venturing into the deep sea, the Department of Telecommunications has informed the naval authorities.

Turning Point: SRH's stunning choke!

Turning Point: SRH's stunning choke!

Rediff.com5 May 2023

Sunrisers Hyderabad's bid to reignite their campaign in IPL 2023 came undone once again as they messed up an easy run chase against Kolkata Knight Riders.

DoT circulates paper on telecom to GoM

DoT circulates paper on telecom to GoM

Rediff.com19 Sep 2003

The Department of Telecom has circulated a detailed position paper on telecom issues to be considered by the recently-constituted Group of Ministers, which is slated to hold its first meeting on September 25.

Alia, Nushrratt, Pooja's Favourite Holi Party Colours

Alia, Nushrratt, Pooja's Favourite Holi Party Colours

Rediff.com6 Mar 2023

The only thing that works on Holi is the right colour.

PICS: India wrest control after quick strikes from WI bowlers

PICS: India wrest control after quick strikes from WI bowlers

Rediff.com21 Jul 2023

Images from Day 1 of the second Test between India and West Indies at Queen's Park Oval, in Port of Spain, on Thursday.

Neena Gupta's Knockout Sari Styles

Neena Gupta's Knockout Sari Styles

Rediff.com19 Apr 2023

Take sari notes.

Why Rana bowled the first over against Jaiswal

Why Rana bowled the first over against Jaiswal

Rediff.com12 May 2023

Kolkata Knight Riders' batter Venkatesh Iyer has defended Nitish Rana's decision to bowl the first over against Rajasthan Royals after the skipper ended up conceding 26 runs.

Meet The Desi Archies

Meet The Desi Archies

Rediff.com14 May 2022

The young actors will play beloved characters from the hugely popular Archie Comics.

Sehwag urges CSK bowlers to step up for Dhoni's sake

Sehwag urges CSK bowlers to step up for Dhoni's sake

Rediff.com18 Apr 2023

Sehwag feels Chennai Super Kings' bowlers are repeatedly letting MS Dhoni down